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Mason Dixon: Basketball Disasters

Mason Dixon: Basketball Disasters

Published in
2012
3.98
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Description

Here's the third entry in Claudia Mills' charming middle-grade series. Mason Dixon survived the school choir. He survived adopting his now-beloved dog named, uh, Dog. But now he faces his biggest challenge yet: joining the local basketball team. Not by choice, of course. Not only do his parents encourage it, but his dad even volunteers to be his coach. Now, with his best pal Brody and a team of misfits even worse at basketball than him (if that's possible), Mason must try to rally to beat his arch-rival, the school bully Dunk. Just another day-in-the-life of a disaster-prone fourth grader.From the Hardcover edition.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
proficient
Length
176 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Engaging Storyline: 'Mason Dixon: Basketball Disasters' offers an engaging and relatable storyline that captures the challenges and triumphs of joining a sports team, making it a great read for children who are interested in basketball or any team sport.
  • Important Life Lessons: Through Mason's experiences, readers learn valuable life lessons about perseverance, teamwork, and the importance of trying new things, even when they seem challenging or outside of one's comfort zone.
  • Relatable Characters: Claudia Mills creates characters that are realistic and relatable, allowing young readers to see themselves in Mason's shoes and connect with his journey both on and off the basketball court.
  • Humor and Heart: The book is filled with humor and heartwarming moments that keep readers entertained while also addressing deeper themes such as friendship, self-confidence, and dealing with setbacks, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable read.